A renovated bathroom makes your home more stylish, adds value—and is incredibly difficult to accomplish without proper planning.
There are so many details at work that if not addressed properly will dash your hopes for the ultimate modern bathroom. Since you will be spending a good amount of money on this project, it is important to evaluate everything carefully before proceeding. This is where we help you complete the picture.
Know what a bathroom remodel costs
Before you get ambitious with all your ideas and expectations for your dream bathroom, you should set aside the budget for your renovated bathroom. It is easy to lose track of what you truly need when met with a myriad of options for the bathroom remodelling.
The size of your bathroom, the materials you plan on using, labour costs, and whether you want to DIY any upgrades—all of this will affect your budget.
Don’t make the toilet the first thing you see
This goes without saying. Oftentimes, the bathroom door is ajar, and the first glimpse of your renovated bathroom that you wish to show off to your guests should not be the toilet. Make anything but your grand throne the focal point.
Skip the toilet paper
A renovation of your bathroom also calls for a renovation of your hygiene habits. Let go of your old, scratchy toilet paper and embrace the bidet. But, what is a bidet? Simply put, a bidet is a fixture attached to your toilet seat that helps wash your private parts after you have answered nature’s call.
Rest assured, once you have discovered the feeling of freshness after one use, you will never revert to your primitive bidet-less ways ever again.
Consider leaving those vintage finishes
This is especially true of older homes as they may have wall tiles with several coats of concrete and difficult wire lath. You might have to shell out big bucks to have them removed which would be better spent on other more useful things. Vintage finishes, for example- tiles can add character to your bathroom.
Plan a lighting scheme
Task, ambient, accent and decorative lighting help you achieve a well-lit space. This will help improve the mood and functionality of the space. For instance, get a dimmer for the main lights to fully enjoy your leisurely baths in the right mood.
Keep the main fixtures neutral
There are a variety of options available for fixtures and you would be in a pinch to select one that suits you best. However, it is ideal to stick to neutral options for main fixtures such as the sink, toilet, shower, and tub.
This is because bathroom fads die quickly, and a dated bathroom can harm your resale value. Smaller fixtures and accessories can be easily swapped when you want an upgrade.
Carefully consider countertop material
Bathroom countertops have multiple options, so it’s important to weigh appearance with functionality. For instance, while marble countertops are appealing but porous and need regular resealing, cheaper laminate countertops don’t add much to resale value.
Natural stone countertops may be expensive but durable. We recommend not going for tiled countertops as they have grout lines that need frequent cleaning.
